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Aces' quest to threepeat hits 2-0 hole vs Liberty while Sun and Lynx are split in WNBA playoffs
Read full article: Aces' quest to threepeat hits 2-0 hole vs Liberty while Sun and Lynx are split in WNBA playoffsThe Las Vegas Aces and Connecticut Sun head home to continue the WNBA semifinals with two very different feelings.
Familiar foes: Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty set for WNBA Finals rematch in playoff semifinals
Read full article: Familiar foes: Las Vegas Aces and New York Liberty set for WNBA Finals rematch in playoff semifinalsThe stage is set for A’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces to take on Breanna Stewart and the New York Liberty in a star-studded rematch of last year’s WNBA Finals.
A'ja Wilson's single-season WNBA scoring mark likely short-lived. Several players poised to break it
Read full article: A'ja Wilson's single-season WNBA scoring mark likely short-lived. Several players poised to break itA’ja Wilson now owns the single-season scoring record but is unlikely it will stand very long.
Aces coach Becky Hammon again disputes Dearica Hamby's claims of mistreatment during pregnancy
Read full article: Aces coach Becky Hammon again disputes Dearica Hamby's claims of mistreatment during pregnancyLas Vegas coach Becky Hammon again disputed former Aces player Dearica Hamby’s claim the Aces mistreated her and traded her because of her pregnancy.
Former San Antonio Stars forward Dearica Hamby sues WNBA, Aces alleging discrimination, retaliation for being pregnant
Read full article: Former San Antonio Stars forward Dearica Hamby sues WNBA, Aces alleging discrimination, retaliation for being pregnantLos Angeles Sparks All-Star and former San Antonio Stars forward Dearica Hamby sued the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces in federal court Monday regarding her treatment while pregnant.
US women's basketball future looks bright, but the rest of the world is closing the talent gap
Read full article: US women's basketball future looks bright, but the rest of the world is closing the talent gapThe U.S. women’s basketball players have been saying for years that winning in the Olympics wasn’t as easy as it has looked during the record run to eight straight gold medals.
Reigning WNBA champion Aces struggling to start season while trying to get players healthy
Read full article: Reigning WNBA champion Aces struggling to start season while trying to get players healthyThe two-time defending champion Las Vegas Aces are off to a rough start as they’ve been inconsistent over the first month of the season.
Aces rookie Kate Martin prepares out of spotlight for Caitlin Clark reunion and meeting with Fever
Read full article: Aces rookie Kate Martin prepares out of spotlight for Caitlin Clark reunion and meeting with FeverKate Martin was right there as her best friend and former Iowa teammate Caitlin Clark became the face of women’s college basketball the past two years.
The WNBA is investigating whether Vegas tourism authority can sponsor Aces players for $100K each
Read full article: The WNBA is investigating whether Vegas tourism authority can sponsor Aces players for $100K eachThe WNBA is investigating whether the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority’s $100,000 annual sponsorship to Aces player for this season and next is legal.
A'ja Wilson, Becky Hammon and 'resilient' Las Vegas Aces favored to win third WNBA title in a row
Read full article: A'ja Wilson, Becky Hammon and 'resilient' Las Vegas Aces favored to win third WNBA title in a rowA'ja Wilson and the “resilient” Las Vegas Aces are healthy and and ready to defend their WNBA crown.
Caitlin Clark attendance boon: Some WNBA teams look for bigger arenas when the Fever come to town
Read full article: Caitlin Clark attendance boon: Some WNBA teams look for bigger arenas when the Fever come to townWNBA teams have started experiencing the Caitlin Clark effect and the top overall draft pick hasn't even played her first game.
WNBA champion Aces built for a three-peat with finals MVP A'ja Wilson, core group returning
Read full article: WNBA champion Aces built for a three-peat with finals MVP A'ja Wilson, core group returningA’ja Wilson and the Las Vegas Aces are poised for a possible three-peat and continue one of the greatest runs in league history.
Las Vegas Aces become first repeat WNBA champs in 21 years, beating New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4
Read full article: Las Vegas Aces become first repeat WNBA champs in 21 years, beating New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4The Las Vegas Aces became the first team in 21 years to win back-to-back WNBA championships, getting 24 points and 16 rebounds from A’ja Wilson and a defensive stop in the closing seconds to beat the New York Liberty 70-69 in Game 4 of the Finals.
Jones and Stewart help Liberty avoid sweep, take Game 3 of WNBA Finals, beat Aces 87-73
Read full article: Jones and Stewart help Liberty avoid sweep, take Game 3 of WNBA Finals, beat Aces 87-73Jonquel Jones scored 27 points and Breanna Stewart added 20 to help the New York Liberty beat the Las Vegas Aces 87-73 and force a Game 4 of the WNBA Finals.
Former Aces' player Hamby files discrimination complaint against team, WNBA
Read full article: Former Aces' player Hamby files discrimination complaint against team, WNBADearica Hamby filed a gender discrimination complaint last week against the WNBA and the Las Vegas Aces, saying her former team and its coach, Becky Hammon, retaliated against her after she informed them she was pregnant.
Versatile forwards including Stewart, Wilson in WNBA playoffs reflect growth of women's game
Read full article: Versatile forwards including Stewart, Wilson in WNBA playoffs reflect growth of women's gameThe WNBA has evolved to an era where more and more post players are diversifying their game to be able to step out and shoot 3s, handle the basketball and not just play with their back-to-the-basket.
Griner's WNBA return not a fairytale, but there were still plenty of joyful moments
Read full article: Griner's WNBA return not a fairytale, but there were still plenty of joyful momentsBrittney Griner’s return to the WNBA after nearly 10 months in a Russian prison hasn’t always been the smoothest ride.
Harris praises 2022 WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces for 'grit and determination' on and off court
Read full article: Harris praises 2022 WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces for 'grit and determination' on and off courtVice President Kamala Harris has praised the 2022 WNBA champion Las Vegas Aces for showing “grit and determination” on and off the court.
WNBA scoring on near record pace with 40-point player performances common occurrences
Read full article: WNBA scoring on near record pace with 40-point player performances common occurrencesWNBA teams are scoring at near record levels thanks in strong part to a quicker pace and some impressive individual efforts.
Popovich, Parker, Hammon inducted into Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Popovich, Parker, Hammon inducted into Basketball Hall of FameFans waved a German flag and chanted Dirk Nowitzki’s name when he walked the red carpet into Symphony Hall for the Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony.
‘Gold standard’: Popovich, Parker and Hammon brought lifetime of memories for Spurs fans
Read full article: ‘Gold standard’: Popovich, Parker and Hammon brought lifetime of memories for Spurs fansSpurs fans will be tuned in for a historic weekend as three members of the organization are about to go to the Naismith Pro Basketball Hall of Fame.
Popovich reflects on ‘beyond basketball’; Parker finds Hall of Fame induction ‘hard to believe’
Read full article: Popovich reflects on ‘beyond basketball’; Parker finds Hall of Fame induction ‘hard to believe’Spurs greats Gregg Popovich and Tony Parker and the rest of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2023 met with the media Friday.
Reluctant, but resolute Popovich leads international-rich 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame class
Read full article: Reluctant, but resolute Popovich leads international-rich 2023 Basketball Hall of Fame classGregg Popovich didn't want to be inducted into Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame until the players that helped his teams win NBA championships had already gone in.
Spurs release tribute videos for Popovich, Parker, Hammon as trio prepares for basketball Hall-of-Fame
Read full article: Spurs release tribute videos for Popovich, Parker, Hammon as trio prepares for basketball Hall-of-FameThis Saturday is a big day for the Silver and Black as several San Antonio Spurs basketball greats are set to be enshrined in the Neismith Memorial Basketball Hall-of-Fame.
Popovich, Parker, Hammon get ready for enshrinement into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Popovich, Parker, Hammon get ready for enshrinement into Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of FameThree more members of the San Antonio Spurs organization will be enshrined Saturday into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.
Spurs set to auction autographed memorabilia from Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky Hammon
Read full article: Spurs set to auction autographed memorabilia from Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky HammonThe San Antonio Spurs are auctioning autographs from three Alamo city legends to commemorate their enshrinement into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame class of 2023, according to a press release.
Hall of Fame presenters announced for Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky Hammon
Read full article: Hall of Fame presenters announced for Gregg Popovich, Tony Parker, Becky HammonSpurs head coach Gregg Popovich will be presented by David Robinson, Manu Ginobili, Tim Duncan and Tony Parker during the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Ceremony.
Pregnancy and sports a challenging combination for female professional athletes
Read full article: Pregnancy and sports a challenging combination for female professional athletesRecent allegations by WNBA player Dearica Hamby that her coach harassed her for being pregnant have shined a renewed spotlight on one of the biggest challenges that female professional athletes face.
WNBA opening weekend highlighted by Griner's return, Stewart's historic performance
Read full article: WNBA opening weekend highlighted by Griner's return, Stewart's historic performanceThe WNBA tipped off its 27th season this past weekend with the return of Brittney Griner, a historic effort by Breanna Stewart and a dominant performance by the defending champion Las Vegas Aces.
Minus suspended coach Becky Hammon, Aces rout Storm 105-64 to open title defense
Read full article: Minus suspended coach Becky Hammon, Aces rout Storm 105-64 to open title defenseJackie Young and Kelsey Plum both scored 23 points, and the Las Vegas Aces opened defense of their WNBA championship with a 105-64 win over the Seattle Storm.
Becky Hammon, Las Vegas Aces coach, denies bullying player over pregnancy
Read full article: Becky Hammon, Las Vegas Aces coach, denies bullying player over pregnancyLas Vegas coach Becky Hammon has denied that former Aces player Dearica Hamby was bullied on her team for being pregnant, saying any ill feelings between the two came from Hamby being traded.
WNBA suspends Hammon 2 games for player's allegation she was bullied for being pregnant
Read full article: WNBA suspends Hammon 2 games for player's allegation she was bullied for being pregnantThe WNBA has suspended Las Vegas coach Becky Hammon, one of the league’s marquee figures, for two games after former Aces player Dearica Hamby said she had been bullied and manipulated for being pregnant.
Hammon mum on potential interest in Raptors' coaching gig
Read full article: Hammon mum on potential interest in Raptors' coaching gigLas Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon hasn't commented directly on an ESPN report that the Toronto Raptors have received permission to interview her for their vacant head coaching position.
DeRozan reaches 20,000 points but Spurs beat Bulls 129-124
Read full article: DeRozan reaches 20,000 points but Spurs beat Bulls 129-124Keldon Johnson scored 33 points, spoiling a milestone evening for former teammate DeMar DeRozan and leading the San Antonio Spurs to a 129-124 victory over the Chicago Bulls.
‘Remarkable achievement’: Aces coach Becky Hammon praised by Gregg Popovich following first WNBA title
Read full article: ‘Remarkable achievement’: Aces coach Becky Hammon praised by Gregg Popovich following first WNBA titleThe San Antonio Spurs and coach Gregg Popovich didn’t waste any time congratulating Las Vegas Aces coach Becky Hammon following her team’s WNBA win.
Aces poised to capture multiple WNBA titles with Wilson, Gray
Read full article: Aces poised to capture multiple WNBA titles with Wilson, GrayThe Las Vegas Aces are poised to win multiple championships over the next few years with core players like A'ja Wilson and Chelsea Gray signed to deals that will keep them in Nevada.
Sun beaming with confidence despite loss to Aces in Game 1
Read full article: Sun beaming with confidence despite loss to Aces in Game 1The Connecticut Sun might be down one game in the WNBA Finals after losing their first series opener of the postseason, but they haven’t lost confidence thanks to a stringent defensive effort in Game 1.
Young beats buzzer, Aces top Storm 110-98 in OT in Game 3
Read full article: Young beats buzzer, Aces top Storm 110-98 in OT in Game 3Jackie Young sent the game in overtime with a buzzer-beating basket and then Chelsea Gray and Kelsey Plum hit big shots in the extra session to help the Las Vegas Aces beat the Seattle Storm 110-98 to move within a victory of advancing to the WNBA Finals.
Trio of Chicago Sky players headline WNBA All-Star reserves
Read full article: Trio of Chicago Sky players headline WNBA All-Star reservesCourtney Vandersloot, Kahleah Copper and Emma Meesseman will get a chance to play before their home fans as the trio was selected as reserves for the WNBA All-Star Game on July 10 in Chicago.
Griner’s absence, Hammon’s return headline WNBA’s new season
Read full article: Griner’s absence, Hammon’s return headline WNBA’s new seasonThe WNBA will begin its 26th season this weekend with many intriguing storylines, including the potential retirements of Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles, the return of Becky Hammon as a coach and the absence of Brittney Griner.
CJ McCollum leads Pelicans past Spurs in play-in game
Read full article: CJ McCollum leads Pelicans past Spurs in play-in gameCJ McCollum scored 27 of his 32 points in the first half, Brandon Ingram shook foul trouble to add 27 points and the New Orleans Pelicans beat the San Antonio Spurs 113-103 on Wednesday night in a Western Conference play-in game.
Morant, Grizzlies spoil Murray’s record, top Spurs 118-110
Read full article: Morant, Grizzlies spoil Murray’s record, top Spurs 118-110Ja Morant matched a season high with 41 points and the Memphis Grizzlies spoiled Dejounte Murray’s 14th career triple-double that tied a Spurs franchise record by beating San Antonio 118-110.
BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the year
Read full article: BEST OF 2021: Tim Duncan, UTSA football, Kiana Williams headline San Antonio’s Top 12 sports stories of the yearAfter one of the greatest years in San Antonio sports history, KSAT 12 counts down the 12 best moments and memories from 2021.
Reports: Becky Hammon to leave Spurs, become WNBA’s highest-paid head coach with Las Vegas Aces
Read full article: Reports: Becky Hammon to leave Spurs, become WNBA’s highest-paid head coach with Las Vegas AcesSan Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon is finalizing a five-year deal with the WNBA’s Las Vegas Aces to become their next head coach, according to multiple sources, including ESPN.
Spurs Legend Manu Ginobili, coach Becky Hammon nominated to Basketball Hall of Fame
Read full article: Spurs Legend Manu Ginobili, coach Becky Hammon nominated to Basketball Hall of FameFour-time NBA Champion Manu Ginobili is a first-time nominee for the class of 2022 of the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. He is joined by two others with ties to the San Antonio Spurs organization.
Spurs in mix to sign John Collins; Dejounte Murray’s cryptic tweet about trade rumors; Pop sounds off on reporter amid Team USA struggles
Read full article: Spurs in mix to sign John Collins; Dejounte Murray’s cryptic tweet about trade rumors; Pop sounds off on reporter amid Team USA strugglesWhew, what a week this was for everything Spurs. From Coach Pop sounding off on a reporter after Team USA’s struggles to Dejounte Murray’s apparent displeasure with his name in trade rumors, there’s been no shortage of news when it comes to the Silver and Black. Welcome to this week’s KSAT.com Spurs newsletter.
What Spurs can get from DeRozan trade to Lakers; John Collins to SA rumors; AT&T pulls plug on arena naming-rights deal
Read full article: What Spurs can get from DeRozan trade to Lakers; John Collins to SA rumors; AT&T pulls plug on arena naming-rights dealLet the summer games begin and we’re not talking about the Olympics!
Latest Ben Simmons trade rumors; Portland owner wants Hammon; Austin billionaire joins Spurs investor group
Read full article: Latest Ben Simmons trade rumors; Portland owner wants Hammon; Austin billionaire joins Spurs investor groupIt’s been a busy week for the Spurs. They have surfaced as possible trade partners for Ben Simmons, Becky Hammon may be headed to the Pacific Northwest and there was a shakeup in the structure of the franchise’s investor group. Welcome to this week’s KSAT.com Spurs newsletter.
Becky Hammon interviewing with NBA teams; Spurs free agency rumors; Barkley’s shaming of San Antonio women might stop
Read full article: Becky Hammon interviewing with NBA teams; Spurs free agency rumors; Barkley’s shaming of San Antonio women might stopThe Spurs may not be in the playoffs, but there is still a ton of Silver and Black-related news and notes. Yes, some of it includes Charles Barkley and Kawhi Leonard. Welcome to this week’s KSAT.com Spurs newsletter.
Billboard urges Boston Celtics to hire Becky Hammon as new head coach
Read full article: Billboard urges Boston Celtics to hire Becky Hammon as new head coachA billboard urging the Boston Celtics to hire Spurs assistant Becky Hammon to be the franchise’s new head coach was put up Monday outside the team’s training facility.
Suns rout short-handed Spurs 140-103, keep hope for top seed
Read full article: Suns rout short-handed Spurs 140-103, keep hope for top seedDevin Booker had 27 points and the Phoenix Suns maintained their hope of earning the top spot in the Western Conference with a 140-103 victory over the short-handed San Antonio Spurs on Saturday.
Spurs assistant Becky Hammon says she’s ‘ready’ to be NBA head coach if given chance
Read full article: Spurs assistant Becky Hammon says she’s ‘ready’ to be NBA head coach if given chanceBecky Hammon says she will be “ready” when and if an NBA organization gives her the opportunity to be its next head coach.
Becky Hammon’s trailblazing journey from South Dakota to San Antonio Spurs
Read full article: Becky Hammon’s trailblazing journey from South Dakota to San Antonio SpursSAN ANTONIO – The moment was years in the making and all Becky Hammon wanted to talk about was the final result of a regular-season NBA game in late December. “The moment for me was just trying to come up with stuff to help us win the game,” Hammon said. They see her as a leader and simply as Coach Hammon. “One of the reasons why I decided to take the job was because I was going to inherit Becky Hammon,” said Collen. I’ve been in San Antonio, part of the Spurs organization with the Stars and everything for 13 years,” said Hammon.
Spurs players honor women’s greats, NCAA tournament in San Antonio with iconic jerseys
Read full article: Spurs players honor women’s greats, NCAA tournament in San Antonio with iconic jerseysSAN ANTONIO – San Antonio Spurs players honored some of the greatest women’s college basketball players on Monday evening before their game against the Charlotte Hornets. Patty Mills honored his wife, Alyssa Levesque Mills, who played at St. Mary’s College. March Madness is in San Antonio so you know our guys had to rep 🔥 pic.twitter.com/napskp5OgD — San Antonio Spurs (@spurs) March 22, 2021“It was a good little touch obviously with the women’s NCAA March Madness here in San Antonio. AdMills said he had to get his wife’s jersey flown into San Antonio. The 2021 NCAA Women’s Tournament in San Antonio runs through early April.
Hornets top Spurs 100-97 in first game since Ball’s injury
Read full article: Hornets top Spurs 100-97 in first game since Ball’s injurySan Antonio Spurs' Keldon Johnson (3) attempts to steal the ball from Charlotte Hornets' Malik Monk during the first half of an NBA basketball game on Monday, March 22, 2021, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)SAN ANTONIO – Gordon Hayward scored 27 points, Terry Rozier added 24 and the Charlotte Hornets held on to beat the San Antonio Spurs 100-97 on Monday night in their first game since losing LaMelo Ball to injury. The Spurs tied the game at 93 with 1:45 remaining following a 3-pointer by White and a three-point play by DeRozan. The Hornets were fifth in the league in fast-break points at 15.1 per game but were held to five against the Spurs. Spurs: San Antonio point guard Dejounte Murray arrived wearing Becky Hammon’s Colorado State jersey complete with her surname and No.
Spurs assistant Becky Hammon speaks out on ‘gross’ inequalities between NCAA men and women
Read full article: Spurs assistant Becky Hammon speaks out on ‘gross’ inequalities between NCAA men and womenSAN ANTONIO – Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon does not post on social media very often but shared her thoughts on some of the NCAA men and women inequalities that were exposed late last week. ESPN shared photos over the weekend of the new weight room for the women’s teams in San Antonio. A look at the new weight room in San Antonio. #ncaaW pic.twitter.com/n85mu4DN8e — espnW (@espnW) March 20, 2021The NCAA also added that San Antonio was not to blame for the oversight. Hammon, who played collegiately at Colorado State, commended the women’s players and coaches who spoke out on the disparities.
Liz Mills takes big step for female basketball coaches
Read full article: Liz Mills takes big step for female basketball coachesKenya national men's basketball team head coach Liz Mills, center-right, poses with assistant coach Sadat Gaya, center-left, for a photograph with the team at Nyayo Stadium in Nairobi, Kenya Saturday, Feb. 13, 2021. (Courtesy of Liz Mills)CAPE TOWN – Liz Mills’ decision to look more professional when coaching basketball games by wearing high-heeled leather boots instead of sneakers was somehow seen as provocation. She'll make history as the first female head coach at the tournament in August. “I’m the head coach,” Mills responded. "It's easy, it's coach or coach Liz.
Spurs end 4-game home skid, top short-handed Rockets 103-91
Read full article: Spurs end 4-game home skid, top short-handed Rockets 103-91Kenyon Martin Jr. #6 of the Houston Rockets drives for two over Jakob Poeltl #25 of the San Antonio Spurs at AT&T Center on January 14, 2021 in San Antonio, Texas. (Photo by Ronald Cortes/Getty Images)SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio couldn't match the intensity of the short-handed Houston Rockets for three quarters, yet a strong finish by the Spurs was enough to snap a four-game home losing streak. “We played our best defense in the fourth quarter,” Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said. He had 23 points, seven rebounds and three assists in 36 minutes during Houston’s 109-103 victory on Thursday. Spurs: Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon remains out, along with reserve center Drew Eubanks, due to the league’s health and safety protocols.
Spurs’ Becky Hammon one of two staffers not with team due to NBA health protocols
Read full article: Spurs’ Becky Hammon one of two staffers not with team due to NBA health protocolsSan Antonio Spurs assistant coach Becky Hammon leads the team in the second half against the Los Angeles Lakers in an NBA basketball game after coach Gregg Popovich was ejected, Wednesday, Dec. 30, 2020, in San Antonio. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)SAN ANTONIO – Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich confirmed on Saturday evening that assistant coach Becky Hammon was not currently with the team due to the NBA’s health and safety protocols. Hammon, another team staff member and backup forward Drew Eubanks are all under the league’s safety protocols, Popovich said. The Spurs head coach could not say directly if the three have tested positive for COVID-19, but he believed they would be quarantined for 14 days as per league regulations. READ MORE: Hammon become first woman to coach NBA team
Hammon first woman to direct NBA team; Lakers beat Spurs
Read full article: Hammon first woman to direct NBA team; Lakers beat SpursHammon became the first woman to direct an NBA team, taking over the Spurs after coach Gregg Popovich was ejected in a 121-107 loss to the Lakers. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)SAN ANTONIO – Becky Hammon would have preferred a victory over history after becoming the first woman to direct an NBA team. The Lakers took their first double-digit lead at 35-25 on Kyle Kuzma’s 3-pointer with 1:14 remaining in the first quarter. Lakers coach Frank Vogel did not elaborate on Caruso’s status. Spurs: Popovich said the Spurs will monitor Aldridge’s knee soreness on a day-to-day basis.
Spurs' Becky Hammon first woman to direct NBA team
Read full article: Spurs' Becky Hammon first woman to direct NBA teamSan Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich, right, talks to assistant coaches Becky Hammon, center, and Will Hardy during the second half of the team's NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors, Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in San Antonio. San Antonio won 119-114. (AP Photo/Darren Abate)SAN ANTONIO – Becky Hammon became the first woman to direct a team in NBA history, taking over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Lakers following Gregg Popovich’s ejection in the first half. Hammon took over the team's huddles during timeouts and walked the sideline following Popovich’s ejection. A three-time All-American at Colorado State, Hammon played for the New York Liberty and San Antonio Stars in the WNBA as well as overseas before retiring to join Popovich’s staff in 2014.
The Latest: Pittsburgh-Duke men's basketball postponed
Read full article: The Latest: Pittsburgh-Duke men's basketball postponed(AP Photo/Darren Abate)The Latest on the effects of the coronavirus outbreak on sports around the world:___The Atlantic Coast Conference announced that the Pittsburgh-Duke men’s basketball game scheduled for Tuesday has been postponed because of COVID-19 issues. ___Syracuse's women’s basketball game against North Carolina scheduled for Thursday has been postponed. The decision was made out of an abundance of caution after confirmation of a positive COVID-19 test within the Syracuse program announced on Sunday. ___Vanderbilt women’s basketball has postponed the first three Southeastern Conference games of the league schedule as it deals with positive COVID-19 tests, contact tracing and quarantines. The Spurs announced Monday that their home games will remain without fans for now.
Spurs’ Becky Hammon honored with mural north of downtown
Read full article: Spurs’ Becky Hammon honored with mural north of downtownSAN ANTONIO – Becky Hammon is a San Antonio icon and pioneer. Her image, like many other Spurs icons of the present and past, is now on a mural in the city. She is the second female assistant coach in NBA history and the first full-time female assistant in the league. Hammon was also the first full-time female assistant coach in any of the four major professional sports in North America. From Tim Duncan to Gregg Popovich, there are several murals honoring Spurs icons across the city.
Spurs players kneel, Coach Popovich stands for National Anthem
Read full article: Spurs players kneel, Coach Popovich stands for National AnthemORLANDO, Fla. Spurs players and part of the coaching staff took a knee on Friday night during the National Anthem to protest racial and social injustices across the country. Head coach Gregg Popovich and assistant coach Becky Hammon stood for the anthem. The Spurs made the demonstration with members of the Sacramento Kings ahead of the NBA restart for both teams in Orlando. Spurs players reveal social justice messages on jerseysBefore the game, Popovich said the players did not have a directive from the team and they were allowed to do what they felt was appropriate. #Spurs players kneel for National Anthem along with #Kings players ahead of #NBA restart game.
Hammon assumes head coaching role, Spurs drop first scrimmage to Bucks
Read full article: Hammon assumes head coaching role, Spurs drop first scrimmage to BucksORLANDO – When the Spurs took the court in Orlando for their first NBA scrimmage Thursday afternoon, head coach Gregg Popovich was not the one calling the shots. Instead, as the NBA’s oldest active head coach donned a mask and rode the bench, as assistant coach Becky Hammon assumed head coaching duties against the Milwaukee Bucks. Becky Hammon coaching the Spurs today with Pop on the bench 📝 pic.twitter.com/ksSADvzrCA — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) July 23, 2020In the meantime, the Spurs came up short in their first test inside the NBA bubble. Reigning MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo tallied 22 points in 21 minutes to pace the Bucks. San Antonio will return to action on Saturday, July 25 against Brooklyn at 3:30 p.m.MORE SPURS COVERAGE
Masked man: Spurs' Popovich wears face covering for game
Read full article: Masked man: Spurs' Popovich wears face covering for gamePopovich was not serving as head coach for the game against the Milwaukee Bucks. It is unclear if Popovich will wear a mask for the entirety of the Spurs time at Disney. Popovich was the coach who spoke in the teams pregame news conference and followed NBA rules by wearing a mask in that availability. GIANNIS' FOULSBucks star and reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo had five first-half fouls in his team's scrimmage opener against San Antonio. The last time a player had five first-half fouls in an NBA game that counted was Dec. 7, 2013, when Utah's Mike Harris did it against Sacramento.
Spurs coach Gregg Popovich denounces killing of George Floyd, joins NBA coaches committee on racial injustice
Read full article: Spurs coach Gregg Popovich denounces killing of George Floyd, joins NBA coaches committee on racial injusticeSAN ANTONIO Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich has joined a committee of NBA coaches tasked to work with local and community leaders to find solutions on racial injustice and reform. The committee also includes Golden State Warriors head coach and former Spurs player Steve Kerr. "As NBA coaches -- both head and assistant coaches -- we lead groups of men, most of whom are African American, and we see, hear and share their feelings of disgust, frustration, helplessness and anger. As NBA coaches, we cannot treat this as an isolated incident of outrage. According to ESPN, the NBCA will begin discussions this week on how the committee can begin immediate action items across cities.